Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act

Grace Meng

Democrat · NY · Representative

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• Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC-0)· 2026-02-24
• Chellie Pingree (D-ME-1)· 2026-05-11

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

2025-08-22

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This bill would prohibit food manufacturers from using certain artificial dyes in products sold in the United States, similar to restrictions already in place in some European countries. The measure aims to address health concerns that some researchers have linked to these food colorings, particularly regarding effects on children's behavior and development. Food companies would need to reformulate products or find alternative coloring methods to comply with the new rules.

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